Cook – Senior Living

Spring Oak Senior Living•York, SC

16h

About The Position

Spring Oak Senior Living at York is seeking a dependable Cook to prepare delicious, quality meals for residents. The Cook follows daily menus, recipes, and residents’ dietary needs, while helping create a positive dining experience in a warm, welcoming senior-living community. The role involves maintaining safe and sanitary kitchen operations and working with the dining team to ensure meals are prepared and served on time.

Requirements

Ability to follow menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.
Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen sanitation practices.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
A dependable, positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
Patience, respect, and compassion when interacting with seniors.
Availability to work varying days, including weekends.

Nice To Haves

Previous cooking or food preparation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals according to daily menus, recipes, and residents’ dietary needs.
Work with the supervisor to review menus and make adjustments when needed.
Monitor food and supply levels and communicate ordering needs.
Maintain accurate inventory records.
Keep the kitchen, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
Follow proper food handling, labeling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
Ensure meals are attractively plated and ready to serve on time.
Work with the dining team to provide a positive experience for residents.